This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAUD40X1000S — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAUD40X1000S in place of this model. The SAU replacement uses the same profile body, bore, stroke, force and SC-series mounting. It moves to the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensor switches (the SU used CS1-B / DS1-B) and adds the SAUF valve-integrated option.
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X1000S
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X1000S is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 1000mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAUD40X1000S, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke1000 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAUD40X1000S
About the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X1000S
The AirTAC B06-SUD40X1000S is a double-acting, double-rod profile cylinder engineered for battery-manufacturing lines. The B06- prefix marks this as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the base SUD40X1000S, mechanically identical to it. A rod exits both ends of the extruded aluminum barrel on a single piston, meaning both faces use the rod-side area and push/pull force is equal both ways (528 N at 0.5 MPa). It features a 1/4" port, M12x1.25 rod thread, and 21 mm adjustable cushions at each end. This discontinued model is fully replaced by the drop-in SAUD40X1000S.
Because the rear rod can carry a sensor cam or drive a second tool simultaneously, the design provides excellent anti-rotation stability. The -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet for legacy CS1-B/DS1-B switches; the SAUD replacement upgrades to current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. From a computed buyer insight, the 528 N force at 0.5 MPa yields a safe working load of roughly 317 N (60% margin) and a vertical lift capacity of about 27 kg with a 2:1 safety factor. Note that air cushions only decelerate the piston near stroke end; an external rod lock is required for load holding.
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X1000S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X1000S |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAUD40X1000S |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 1000 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 1/4" |
| Rod thread | M12×1.25 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Adjustable, 21 mm |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 1200 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SU datasheet (now discontinued). The B06-SAUD40X1000S carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 128 kgf | |
The B06-SAUD40X1000S produces the same force from the same bore — a true drop-in on output. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical; size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X1000S
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×1000 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for sensor position sensing. |
Legacy SU-family variants: SUD (double rod), SUJ (adjustable stroke) — each maps to its SAU equivalent (SUD→SAUD, SUJ→SAUJ). The current SAU line adds the SAUF valve-integrated option.
Where the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X1000S Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Equal both-ways force precisely indexes and stacks battery cells during module assembly, using the dual rods to prevent rotational drift on long 1000 mm transfers.
Pack Handling Transfer
Drives dual-side conveyor belts or synchronous pushers in battery pack lines, utilizing the equal push and pull force to maintain balanced product flow.
Tab Welding Positioning
Positions battery tabs for laser welding with high repeatability, leveraging the rear rod for a sensor cam while the front rod actuates the welding clamp.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X1000S with the B06-SAUD40X1000S
To replace this discontinued B06-SUD40X1000S, specify the drop-in SAUD40X1000S, which retains the exact 40 mm bore, 1000 mm stroke, 1/4" port, and FA/LB mounting compatibility with the AirTAC SC series. When sizing both ways, verify that the equal push and pull forces (528 N at 0.5 MPa, 739 N at 0.7 MPa, 950 N at 0.9 MPa) meet your requirements, or step up to the 50 mm bore if more force is needed. A double-rod configuration is the right choice when you need anti-rotation stability or must drive two tools from one cylinder. If upgrading, remember the -S magnet changes sensor compatibility from legacy CS1-B/DS1-B to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG. Because the stroke is 1000 mm, external guides are strongly recommended to prevent rod bending and manage side loads.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAUD40X1000S
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT/G/NPT)
- ✓ Magnet (-S): sensor family CS1-B → CMSG
- ✓ Mounting reused (FA/FB/CA/CB/LB)
- ✓ Need a built-in valve? → SAUF
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X1000S FAQ
Yes, the B06-SUD40X1000S is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD40X1000S. The B06- prefix simply denotes the battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the base SUD40X1000S, and the SAUD shares the exact same 40 mm bore, 1000 mm stroke, 1/4" port, and FA/LB mounting.
Because it is a double-rod cylinder, the force is equal both ways: 528 N at 0.5 MPa, 739 N at 0.7 MPa, and 950 N at 0.9 MPa. The air port size is 1/4". The equal force is due to both faces having the exact same rod-side piston area.
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